SB2016092121 - Arbitrary code execution in Drupal Drupal



SB2016092121 - Arbitrary code execution in Drupal Drupal

Published: September 21, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016092121
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Arbitrary code execution (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to cause arbitrary code execution on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper dynamic script handlers. Attackers upload dynamic script with multiple extensions such as file.php.pps or file.sh.txt that if accessed from a web browser causes the internal script execution.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability allows a malicious user to cause arbitrary code execution on the vulnerable system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.